ClinicalI have wide-ranging Art Psychotherapy experience in a variety of clinical settings in the NHS (both in Child and Adolescent and Adult Mental Health Services), education and private practice. Children and young people I work with typically can be self-harming, have low self-esteem, mood disorders, anxiety and phobias - the underlying issues often being trauma or loss (e.g. family breakdown; bereavement). I also work with attachment issues, including with children who are looked after by the Local Authority. I work closely with the families and others involved in the care of the young person. This helps them support and adapt with the changes being made in therapy. I join colleagues of other disciplines as we work jointly with children and families. I have varied experience of facilitating Art Psychotherapy groups with siblings, Looked After Children, acute inpatient and extended day care groups.

Supervision / ConsultationAs well as undertaking regular clinical supervision, I run a peer supervision group with other art psychotherapists working with children and adolescents in mental health.

Teaching / TrainingI conduct regular training workshops with teaching and pastoral staff to promote better understanding of difficulties encountered by young people. The training aims to raise awareness in participants and equip them to provide appropriate support.

Continuing Professional DevelopmentI am committed to fulfilling the CPD requirements as set out by my regulating body, the Health Professions Council. As well as keeping up to date with relevant literature, this involves regular participation in seminars and training workshops. I am a member of various special interest groups within my professional body.